Baratza Sette 270Wi Conical Burr Grinder

The super smart Sette 270 Wi from Baratza features an integrated Acaia scale for incredibly accurate weight-based grinding directly into a portafilter or vessel on demand. Adjust the grind across 270 settings, program three weight presets, and easily grind for any brew method with this revolutionary burr grinder.

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Owning the Baratza Sette 270 Wi

The Sette 270 Wi reigns supreme over weight-based grinders everywhere. Baratza paired up with Acaia and together they made the revolutionary leap to incorporate a scale into the Sette 270 Wi’s convertible device and portaholder. Meaning it can dose a specified amount of grams directly into a portafilter or vessel on demand, unlike other weight-based grinders which can only weigh into a container. For convenience alone, the Sette 270 Wi is winning, but Baratza didn’t stop there. During the eight years it was in development, Baratza improved on the design by enabling the scale to filter out unexpected vibrations that might throw off the dose; integrating a quick burst feature when you need just a little extra coffee; and, most impressively, designing an innovative motor, capable of predicting the flow rate and learning when to turn off to deliver an accurate dose. In fact, the “i” in “Wi” stands for “intelligence.” The Sette 270 Wi is so smart, it connects to your phone via Bluetooth; and, using Baratza’s BrewBar app, you can track grind sessions, weights and settings and install software updates as necessary. Just like its Sette brethren, the 270 Wi features a long list of other design innovations aside from weight-base grinding: coffee is ground from the hopper straight-thru the burrs and immediately dispensed with a miniscule half gram retention; the outer burr, rather than the inner burr, does the spinning, a revolutionary change that results in twice the grinding surface area and ultra-fast grinding; Baratza’s proprietary gearbox and powerful high-torque motor combine forces to minimize heat while maximizing efficiency and output. In our tests, the upgrades are unmistakable. The Sette 270 Wi is doubly quick compared to Baratza’s other weight-based grinder the Vario W, dispensing 3.5 to 5.5 per second depending on the grind setting. The Vario W does have it beat in the noise department, as the Sette is a bit louder, but for grinds in half the time we really don’t mind. Like the rest of the Sette fam, the 270 features durable 40mm steel burrs. They are housed in stainless steel, and can be swapped out with Baratza’s BG burrs as desired, though, with the 270 Wi’s vast 270 grind settings, you can already reliably dial in the grind for any method. You Sette beans up, and the 270 Wi grinds them down.

The Sette 270 Wi is a breeze to use. You can program each of the three presets to accurately dose within 1/10th of a gram, and the 270 Wi will take into account the shot history to predict when the dose will be met, automatically adjusting the offset and stopping the motor. It’s important to note that the offset is tied to the individual preset. Meaning, each grind setting has a different offset. So, although you can change the dose on the fly, you’ll need to make sure to adjust the grind size to match the preset in order to get accurate dosing. We recommend jotting down your grind setting for each preset to easily swap between them. Grind size can be adjusted across 270 settings by twisting the adjustment dial, for a sweeping grind range of 230-950 microns. To accommodate various brew methods, the Sette 270 Wi’s portaholder pegs swing open and out of the way to grind directly into the included 5.6 oz. grounds container, or various brewers such as the Hario V60, Clever Brewer or AeroPress; plus, it automatically tares the portafilter or vessel in use. For a quick burst of grinds, you can operate the 270 Wi manually. We’re continually impressed by the Baratza Sette 270 Wi. Its incredibly accurate, built in Acaia scale, versatile grinding for any brew method, and minimal retention straight-thru design, make the Wi an amazing addition to any coffee and espresso bar. Also available in the Sette line are the 30 AP, an entry-level espresso grinder, and the automatic time-based dosing 270; but if you need a little intelligence for your life, look no further than the Sette 270 Wi.

Weight Based Dosing

Equipped with an integrated Acaia scale, the Sette 270 Wi specializes in precision weight-based dosing, allowing users to grind by weight directly into a portafilter. This gives the 270 Wi its blindingly fast 20 millisecond response time and sensitivity accurate to 1/10th of a gram. Use Baratza’s Bluetooth app to monitor, log, and track your grinding sessions with specific data about your weights and settings.

Convertible Device Holder

A built-in convertible holder, unique to the Sette Series, allows you to grind directly into your portafilter, supplied 5.6 oz. grounds bin, or most popular brewing devices, such as the Hario V60, Clever Brewer, or Able Kone. Simply, push in and turn to adjust the arms to accommodate vessels, brewers and portafilters between 49-58mm.

40mm Conical Steel Burrs

Manufactured in Liechtenstein, the 40mm conical burrs produce a uniform grind with high particle consistency and a lack of fines across all grind settings. The conical burrs are made from durable steel and will remain sharp for many years. The uniquely designed mechanism also allows for precision burr alignment to ensure accurate grinding.

High Torque Motor & Patented Gearbox

A powerful, high torque DC motor drives the Sette 270 Wi. To prevent damage from overheating, the circuitry is equipped with a high-limit thermal cutoff switch that automatically resets. Also outfitted with a combination planetary gearbox and a patented crown gear drive system, the Sette 270 Wi achieves a 19:1 speed reduction.